In her native Australia, Kate Miller-Heidke is a singer/songwriter with a hit on the charts and a fiercely loyal fan base for her off-kilter, piano-driven brand of pop music.

In America, she’s fast becoming known for “Are You F— Kidding Me? (The Facebook Song),” a novelty tune that explores the all-too- common experience of a random person from your past – in this case an ex-boyfriend – sending a friend request.

“I traveled so far to get away from you,” she sings at one point, “‘Til this morning’s friend request surprise.” The request is, of course, met with the signature expletive line.

Many will doubtless agree with other lyrics, such as,”I don’t want to know what kind of cocktail you are, or which member of the Beatles…”

A YouTube clip of Miller-Heidke performing the song at a club in Australia has gone viral, embraced by the Twitterati, including Amanda Palmer of The Dresden Dolls.

Reached in London, where she’s lately been residing with her husband and writing partner, Keir Nuttall, and doing some gigs, Miller-Heidke explained the song’s origins. Read More »

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